When are you training too much?

[A. Orstrom]

I realise that this question has probably been asked before, but bear with with me.

 

As it is I train Kyokushinkai Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and Aikido Wednesday and when I am done with the three days I am usually knackered.

 

Is it alright to train several days in a row or will that hamper my prgress?

[June1]

I've heard many times that it's important to let your muscles rest for at least a day or two in order to repair themselves, thereby increasing in mass, becoming bigger and stronger.

 

If you don't allow them rest, you can hurt yourself (e.g., stress injuries).

 

In your case, it sounds like you're fine, but the Aikido on Wednesday is what might strain you unnecessarily. I'm not saying that you should stop going, but maybe in order to compensate for the extra day, you could try to get some extra rest in between classes.